A Female Bust
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Roman 2nd cent. A.D..Bronze. H. 14.2 cm. W. 9.2 cmThe head is turned slightly to the right. The long hair is twirled inwards at the sides and gathered together in a knot at the back of the head. A small curl in front of each ear. Lancet-shaped earrings. The eyes are carefully fashioned with incised pupils. Curved lips. The tunic is held together by a small, oval fibula on each shoulder. A piece of wood could be inserted into the recess in the underside. Intact. Old label: "Auktion Hoving&Winborg 29.9.1917 Tillhört Prof. G. Retzius". Attachment from a luxury chariot or a boat.With Hoving & Winborg, Stockholm, Auction sale 29.09.1917, lot 964.
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A Female Bust
Estimate CHF 5,200 - CHF 5,800
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